Coping Skills
What is one thing you can do when you notice your body getting stressed?
Take slow breaths, stretch, get a drink of water, or take a short break.
True or false: Just because you think something bad might happen means it definitely will.
False. A thought about the future is not proof of what will happen.
Name one physical sign that someone might be feeling anxious.
A fast heartbeat, sweaty hands, tense muscles, stomach discomfort, or restlessness.
What has hands but cannot clap?
A clock
How many colors are in a traditional rainbow?
7
You feel overwhelmed by a huge homework assignment. What is one way to make it feel more manageable?
Break it into smaller steps, start with one question, or make a short plan.
Your brain says, 'What if nobody talks to me at lunch?' Name one helpful response.
'I don't know exactly what will happen, but I can decide what to do when lunch comes.'
Can someone feel nervous and excited at the same time?
Yes! Emotions can overlap, such as feeling excited and nervous before a big event.
What has keys but cannot open locks?
A piano
How many bones does an adult human have?
206
You're getting frustrated during a video game. Name two ways to cool down before you react.
Put the controller down, take a break, breathe slowly, stretch, or get some water.
You keep thinking about an embarrassing moment from yesterday. What could you do to stop getting pulled into the replay?
Notice that the mind is replaying the moment, gently return attention to the present, and choose an activity to focus on.
Your heart beats faster before giving a presentation. Does that automatically mean something dangerous is happening?
No. The body can respond to challenges with a stress response, even when there is no immediate danger.
What goes up but never comes down?
Your age
What is the tallest animal in the world?
A giraffe
No. Different skills work in different situations. Try another skill, adjust your approach, or ask for help.
No. Different skills work in different situations. Try another skill, adjust your approach, or ask for help.
What is the difference between solving a problem and getting stuck in a worry loop?
Problem-solving leads to a useful next step. A worry loop repeats the same questions without helping you move forward.
Your teammate makes a mistake and you feel angry. Give one way to express your feelings without insulting them.
Take a pause, use an 'I feel' statement, or calmly explain what bothered you.
What has four legs but cannot walk?
A table
What animal has 3 hearts?
An Octopus
Create a three-step emergency plan for a stressful school day.
2. Use a coping skill
3. Ask for support
A friend hasn't replied to your message. Your brain says, 'They must be mad at me!' Name two other possible explanations and one helpful next step.
They might be busy, away from their phone, or unsure what to say. A helpful next step is to continue with your plans instead of repeatedly checking for a reply.
Invent a character who is having a really tough day. Name their emotion, one body clue, their trigger, and two ways they could cope.
Any answer is correct!
What can you catch but not throw?
A cold
What galaxy do we live in?
The milky way